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January BA - San Diego, CA

Name: January BA - San Diego, CA
Item: Tom J. Pousti, MD
Author: Just4J

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Hi! I am 35 and the mother of two sweet boys, ages...

Just4JOctober 13, 2013

WORTH IT$6,000

Hi! I am 35 and the mother of two sweet boys, ages 5 and almost a year and a half. I used to be a small but perky A but now am a not-so-perky almost nothing. I wear a 34 A but don't fill it up at all, also have a few 32 A. My BA goal is a full C, and my biggest BA fear is being too big. I am 5' 8" and 115, very long and lean. I would rather wear a push up when I want more (imagine: having boobs to push up!) rather than go too big and be top heavy and ridiculous-feeling.

My surgery is scheduled for early January and I am super nervous. Feel a little selfish, I would freak out if my husband wanted to spend this kind of money on something like this. Also, I am happily married and in my mid-30's, not like I am going to walk around showing my body off, not interested in that. Just want to feel sexy with my hubby and look nice in clothes again, not worry about bending over to pick up my son at the park and my nips showing cuz I don't fill up my bra!!

I know many of you know how I feel. Just hope I am doing to right thing and won't regret it. :/

Just4J's provider

Tom J. Pousti, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Replies (23)

hereitgoes14

October 14, 2013

Have you had a consult yet? Do you want to do silicone or saline? Under or over the muscle? I am sure you will love them just make sure you do your homework!

Just4J

October 14, 2013

I did, last month I had three with three different doctors. I am going to do silicone under the muscle, just not enough breast tissue to do much else! Thank you, I am researching all aspects, don't like surprises!

hereitgoes14

October 14, 2013

Woops sorry I totally missed where you said your surgery is booked. What cc are you doing?

Just4J

October 14, 2013

I think 350 or 375. My dr. Said that was on the low end of the spectrum for the photos I showed him, but I am afraid of being too big. Looking forward to getting measured and aging more discussion at my pre-op. What did you go with?

hereitgoes14

October 14, 2013

I did 400cc saline under the muscle with a transax incision! I love mine and I am about a d/dd so I think you're on the tight track with that size as I was about a b before my surgery! I think that will give you proportionate results!

VisionOfMe

October 15, 2013

Hey there, Everyone is so nice with positive attitudes and "you go girls" and "sounds great!" but I wanna be real with you. I've never responded to anyone, but right now I feel like I just have to because we are so similar in stature and because of how I'm feeling right now. I just had mine done in August (2.5 months post op). I'm 5'7" and 112 lbs, tall and slender like you. Silicone, under the muscle, 304cc, incisions in the crease. I had very small boobs before, 32A, and still wanted small boobs after (full B, small C). I originally planned on waiting for my boobs to heal completely and hopefully shrink before buying nice bras but couldn't stand sports bras/cheap bras anymore and finally went to Victorias Secret. I wanted to cry in the store (actually did have a small meltdown in the fitting room) when the bra that fit was a full 32D, no pushup.... and even a DD could fit snug. I like you, wanted the option to "push em" when needed, but otherwise keep them athletic, I NEVER wanted to fill a D cup bra. I keep hoping they "shrink" and I know I need to get used to them, but I know the look you are going for and I wish so badly I went smaller, I feel so "boobylicious" which is NOT what I wanted at all... I just wanted... boobies. Stay on the lowest end of whatever you are thinking. 304 was the "middle" of what I was considering (which lots of these ladies would consider small since they want the BOOBS look) but... I wish I went with 250cc? Maybe it's a psychological thing and I need to adjust... but I wish I spent more time REALLY focusing on the size. Take advantage of all the spacers you can, try them on with your bras and clothes, buy spacers online if you have to, do the rice bag thing, ANYTHING, to make sure its what you want. I still have no regrets, boobs are better than no boobs, trust me on this one, but I had a vision of me and this isn't it.

BunnyDebbi

October 15, 2013

Vision- Victory Secret is a rip off and a lie. Go to target and buy a $15 sexy bra in the real size you wear. I have 600cc and only wear a D or DD. Do not waste your money and be lied to by VS!

Just4J

October 16, 2013

Thank you for your candor. I think we are on the same page with some of these things. I have a few questions, do you mind if I send you a private message?

Just4J

October 16, 2013

My sister had a BA over ten years ago and wears a 34C in Fredrick's of Hollywood (she found their bras fit her best) but at VS this past weekend she was too big for their 34D. They had a DD in one style and it just fit kind of weird but it was not too big.

VisionOfMe

October 16, 2013

You can send me a private message, not sure how that works on this site (noobie here).

VisionOfMe

October 16, 2013

Just4J, I'm kinda feeling a bit embarrassed now for my emotional post. I think I just had a serious case of bra shock this weekend.. And it put me in a terrible bood (boob mood) haha. This thread is making me feel a lot better actually. So, be prepared for that, the change can be pretty emotional. You expect to be all "ups" cuz you finally got your boobs, but sometimes the changes give you some "downs" until you adjust, especially when your old wardrobe no longer works for you. Wait until you compare your new bras with your old ones, you're gonna laugh. I do wish I spent more time on size, and reading more of these forums would have been helpful for that, but it seems like you're on the right track :)

Just4J

November 18, 2013

How are you feeling about your size now VisionofMe? Better I hope!

Squeak

October 14, 2013

I just had mine done in San Diego but I had boobs just sad saggy mom boobs I needed a lift and also did implants they turned out great. Scary looking at first but nice now I'm so glad I did it. The nice thing is since your so small implants should be plenty.

jjg4279

October 15, 2013

I completely understand your thought of this being something selfish that is the reason i waited so long to get mine done but i finally realized I deserved it Being a mother is a hard job and we deserve to do something for our selfs especially if they make us more happy and confident Just like my children i am sure your children are well taking care of and this amount of money is not taking away from any of their basic needs.

wonderbraless

October 16, 2013

I am about a week post op. I had mentioned in one of my earlier posts that I had a hard time playing around with my son in a sun dress because of my nipples showing also. I have to say, this past week was tough. 7 days post op, I am able to play with my son pretty well. I'm not able to pick him up which is a bit tough, but he has been handling everything very well (he's 2). I had a few lingering thoughts of selfishness, and emotionally, this has not been an easy week for me. But I can already say it is worth it. I have never looked at myself in the mirror naked or in a bra and thought I looked womanly or sexy...until now. I hope that helps a little! It's a few short term sacrifices for a big long term gain.

Just4J

October 16, 2013

Thank you for your insight, it helps! Glad it's getting easier for you, though slowly. My little one will be about 20 months when I go through mine, eek.

michellehk6

October 16, 2013

Who's your surgeon

UPDATED FROM Just4J

3 months pre

My first nightmare

Just4JOctober 19, 2013

I already had a boob nightmare! I dreamed I went into surgery and the doctor couldn't fit the implants in there, he tried and tried but my skin wouldn't budge. I woke up from the anesthesia with two big incisions and my same tiny boobs. Ha ha, let's hope it isn't a forecast of things to come!

Replies (2)

countrylife07

October 19, 2013

Oh no! The dreaded boob nightmares. lol. Mine have subsided lately.

LanaiLady

November 5, 2013

Have you decided on a surgery date for January? Keep us posted on your journey :)j

UPDATED FROM Just4J

2 months pre

Waiting...

Just4JNovember 18, 2013

No update really, just waiting. Less than two months to go now. I am nervous about lifting my 18 month old in and out of his crib, I know that isn't going to work for a while and there's no way I am putting him in a toddler bed yet. He is a tornado! I will have help for about 6 days but after that its all me until the next weekend. I will have to figure something out.

My pre-op is in about three weeks. Looking forward to doing sizing again and I have heard they have a 3D imaging machine now, which they didn't have when I went in for my consult. That will be cool.

I have lost a little weight due to some personal stress going on, really need to put it back on before surgery. I really just need my personal stress to resolve, that would be lovely!! Was thinking of postponing my surgery because of it but decided that this is for me and I will be glad I did it regardless of whatever else is going on in my life. I just wish being a grown up wasn't so hard ha ha.

I have been following several of your journeys, thanks for your updates and pictures. It's a good distraction and good prep for me!

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countrylife07

November 19, 2013

Hope the stress issues resolve quickly!!! Hugs!!

Just4J

November 19, 2013

Thank you!

Littleleigh

November 19, 2013

Oh my goodness I could have written your review so far it is so similar to me!! The whole bending over and worrying about showing nips thing yes totally get that! I have a 20 month old so I understand your worry about picking him up. I didn't for 10 days and it was hard for me. But for things like getting him in and out his cot, I put some little steps so he could climb up and then I'd be able to just lift him over the bar the last little way then I'd get him to lie down and I'd tuck him in. It was one of the hardest things to be honest but I'm a month post op and I'm back to picking him up pretty much as usual xx

Just4J

November 19, 2013

Cool, I will check out your review. Glad things are getting close to normal. Thanks for your info!

countrylife07

November 19, 2013

Maybe you could put a lightweight plastic step or short stool in his crib (when you are ready to get him out, not all the time obviously), and have him stand on that to help with the leverage?